Postdoc: R-Loop & Genome Instability in Cancer

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tang Lab at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with a background in cellular and molecular biology to study the molecular mechanisms of R-loop regulation and DNA-protein crosslinks.

This 12‑month appointment is based in Charlottesville, VA and on-site, with opportunities to publish results and contribute to cancer and congenital disorder research. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a biomedical science discipline (Cell Biology, Genetics and Genomics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related).
• First-author publications in high-impact peer-reviewed journals are preferred.
• Prior experience with live-cell imaging, genomics, and/or protein expression and purification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct postdoctoral research on R-loop regulation, DPCs, and genome instability.
• Publish results and contribute to the academic research program.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Live-cell imaging

Genomics

Protein expression

Education

PhD in Biomedical Sciences

Job description

The Tang Lab at the University of Virginia School of Medicine seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with a background in cellular and molecular biology to study the molecular mechanisms of R-loop regulation and DNA-protein crosslinks.

This 12‑month appointment is based in Charlottesville, VA and on-site, with opportunities to publish results and contribute to cancer and congenital disorder research. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.